Vehicle Operator, Autopilot

What To Expect
We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter to join our vehicle data collection team. As a Prototype Vehicle Operator, you will be responsible for driving an engineering vehicle for extended periods, conducting dynamic audio and camera data collection for testing and training purposes. Access to the data collected is limited to the applicable development team. This role requires a high level of flexibility, strong attention to detail, excellent driving skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

This opportunity will require the flexibility of traveling to domestic or international destinations, as necessary.

Schedules available are listed below. Flexible start and end times. The afternoon and night shifts pay 10% in addition to the hourly base pay for the role.

Tuesday-Saturday or Sunday-Thursday

Day Shift: 6:00AM - 2:30PM or 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Afternoon Shift: 2:00PM - 10:30PM or 4:00PM - 12:30AM

Night Shift: 10:00PM-6:30AM or 12:00AM-8:30AM

What You'll Do

Drive an engineering vehicle for extended hours in a designated area for data collection, 5 to 8 hours daily

Start/Stop recording devices and perform minor equipment/software debugging as needed

Analyze and report on the quality of data collected during each shift

Provide feedback and suggest process improvements to optimize data collection

Write detailed daily drive reports documenting observations and issues

Ensure the vehicle’s safety and operational status before every shift

What You'll Bring

Valid driver's license required

Excellent attention to detail and highly observant during data collection

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Tech-savvy with experience managing tools for data collection and troubleshooting with advanced PC skills, particularly in Microsoft Office Suite

Familiarity with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Autonomous Driving Systems (ADS)

Ability to work a flexible schedule including Day/Night shifts and one day per weekend. Overtime is also typical for this position but not guaranteed

This is a safety-sensitive position, subject to drug testing in accordance with Tesla policy and applicable law

Benefits
Compensation and Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction

Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits

Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution

Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA

Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits

Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays

Back-up childcare and parenting support resources

Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance

Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs

Tesla Babies program

Commuter benefits

Employee discounts and perks program

Expected Compensation

Test Operator I - $25.25 - $27.60/hour

Test Operator II - $28.75 - $30.60/hour

+ cash and stock awards + benefits for all levels

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.